LG SN5Y vs Samsung B650 review

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The LG SN5Y vs Samsung B650 comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The LG SN5Y was rated 6, while the Samsung B650 has a rating 4.8.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that SN5Y has 2.1 and B650 has 3.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 400 (overall) versus 430 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 6 out of 10 received the LG SN5Y for audio features and specs, but the Samsung B650 received 7 out of 10.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The units in this comparison do not support Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models do not have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs are in each of soundbars. As in the SN5Y, so in the B650 there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the SN5Y at 8 out of 10, while the B650 was rated 7/10. The manufacturer of the SN5Y provides a device control application. The LG SN5Y equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos audio decoder support is not implemented in either the SN5Y or B650. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The SN5Y was rated 5/10, while the B650 received a mark of 6/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages LG SN5Y over Samsung B650